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Nonlocal Mechanical Behaviour of Functionally Graded Composite Nanostructures
Author(s): Chinika Dangi (Author), Susmita Naskar (Author)
- Publisher: CRC Press
- Publication Date: May 28, 2026
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 104 pages
- ISBN-10: 1032952296
- ISBN-13: 9781032952291
Book Description
The intricate domain of composite structures, particularly functionally graded nanostructures, presents a fascinating area of study with immense potential for scientific and industrial advancements. This book delves into the unique properties and applications of these advanced materials, providing an in‑depth understanding of the continuum theories that underpin functionally graded nanostructures. The authors explore both theoretical foundations and practical insights into the modelling and numerical simulations of the mechanical behaviour of functionally graded materials and structures.
- Provides a thorough exploration of the wide array of modelling techniques and computational methods pivotal for studying functionally graded nanostructures
- Offers unique insights into the behaviour of functionally graded materials, allowing for a multifaceted exploration of their properties and applications
- Covers the influence of material gradation on mechanical performance and the effects of environmental factors like temperature and humidity
- Combines theoretical foundations with practical insights
- Discusses challenges associated with manufacturing and testing these advanced materials
By presenting a detailed and nuanced view of functionally graded nanostructures, this book equips readers in materials engineering and related fields with the knowledge and tools needed to understand the complex interactions and behaviours of these materials under various conditions.
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About the Author
Chinika Dangi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai. She was a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. She earned a PhD at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, and an MSc at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi.
Susmita Naskar is a Senior Lecturer leading the Engineered Materials and Structures Lab in the School of Engineering at the University of Southampton. Her research group works in multiscale structural mechanics and multiphysics analysis, focusing on engineered materials and structures involving the intersection of additive manufacturing, material characterization through computational design, and experiments in engineering. Her group is developing methods to address long-term horizon problems and challenges of coupling scales in complex multiphysics material modelling. In addition, she is working on advanced manufacturing techniques that are relevant to the fabrication of engineered materials.
